March 25, 2024
Look Out For These Top Tax Scams When Filing Your Taxes
Tax-related scams tend to spike during tax season. To help protect yourself, check out this list of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams from the IRA and some helpful tips.
March 18, 2024
Maximize Long-Term Care Benefits Using an Existing Annuity
An often-overlooked provision of the Pension Protection Act allows you to gain valuable tax benefits by replacing an unneeded annuity with one that offers long-term care coverage. Several benefits can include:
- Tax-deferred growth
- New features/better rates
- Legacy planning
Learn more about annuity exchanges and if this solution would fit your situation:
March 11, 2024
Which Type of Special Needs Trust Is Right for You?
A special needs trust is a popular strategy to assist someone in need without risking their eligibility for other programs. Read more about the two types of special needs trusts:
March 04, 2024
Window of Opportunity: Leveraging the Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
The estate and gift tax exemption limit is currently at a historic high but due to “sunset” on December 31, 2025. Read more about some strategies and considerations to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
March 01, 2024
Consider a Backdoor Roth if You Make Too Much to Contribute to a Roth IRA
If your income is too high for a Roth IRA, consider this backdoor strategy, which allows you to convert from a traditional IRA to a Roth—despite IRS-imposed income limits.
February 26, 2024
Tax Deferral Strategies for Employer Stock in a Qualified Retirement Plan
If you participate in a 401(k), or other qualified retirement plan that lets you invest in your employer’s stock, consider the tax deferral opportunities of net unrealized appreciation (NUA). Learn more:
February 20, 2024
Simple steps to prepare for tax filing
When it’s time to complete your tax forms, review this checklist with steps to help ensure a stress-free tax filing experience and also to help maximize your tax planning.
February 15, 2024
Using Life Insurance as a Retirement Planning Tool
If you’ve maximized your traditional retirement contributions but want to save more for retirement, cash value life insurance can offer both financial security and a tax-deferred way to accumulate additional funds. Read more and learn if this strategy could be right for you.
February 10, 2024
Janney is proud to celebrate Black History Month, as we reflect on the rich history, culture, and many contributions of Black individuals. You can pay tribute to this year’s theme related to art as a platform for justice by exploring artwork, music, and poetry by Black creatives.
February 09, 2024
A Family Conversation on Estate Planning
Involving family members in your estate planning can help avoid surprises, lead to better financial planning, and help develop a long-lasting family legacy. Read more on how to get started:
February 08, 2024
Generation Z: Different Values, Behaviors, and Perspectives
As Gen Z enters adulthood, their differing values, behaviors, and perspectives will inevitably shape their relationship with money. Read more about these defining characteristics and important considerations Gen Z should think about with their financial planning, and how parents can assist.
February 01, 2024
Consider a backdoor Roth if you make too much to contribute to a Roth IRA
Would you like to contribute to a Roth IRA, but your income exceeds the applicable income limits? Learn about how you can use a backdoor Roth strategy in this article.
February 01, 2024
Tax Information & Forms
Be sure to check out our 2023 Client Tax Resources for updated mailing schedules, resources, and tax forms as you prepare for upcoming tax deadlines.
January 29, 2024
Consider a backdoor Roth if you make too much to contribute to a Roth IRA
Would you like to contribute to a Roth IRA, but your income exceeds the applicable income limits? Learn about how you can use a backdoor Roth strategy in this article.
January 08, 2024
Estate Planning for Procrastinators
Are you behind or not sure where to start with estate planning? Check out this article for some tips and a few ideas that may help reduce estate and inheritance taxes.
January 03, 2024
Outlook 2024
Outlook 2024 offers the Janney Investment Strategy Group’s baseline forecasts for the economy and equity and fixed income markets in the coming year.
December 26, 2023
Cash Balance Plans: An Overview
Should your business consider offering a cash balance retirement plan? In this one pager, learn about the potential for accelerated retirement savings and significant tax benefits.
December 18, 2023
529 Plans: A Tax-Efficient Way to Fund Your Grandchildren’s Education
There are several advantages to using 529 Plans to help fund a grandchild’s education, including:
- Contributions are treated as gifts, which removes assets from your estate, providing potential tax benefits.
- Allows for tax-deferred growth as all earnings are withdrawn tax-free when used for permitted education purposes.
- You maintain control of the assets, unlike other types of gifts, as funds can only be used according to the will and direction of the account holder.
Read more about these advantages and other considerations when using 529 plans to help fund education for the next generation and see if this solution is right for you.